West DeFuniak Elementaryhttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/
A collection of the latest records posted to West DeFuniak Elementary.enwww.gslsolutions.comThu, 24 May 2018 00:00:01 GMTThu, 24 May 2018 00:00:01 GMThttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/whs-english-i-honors-students-host-shakespearean-feastWHS English I Honors Students Host Shakespearean Feasthttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/whs-english-i-honors-students-host-shakespearean-feast
<p><span>Walton High - Mrs. Smith's English I Honors students hosted a Shakespearean Feast today (May 23) to celebrate completing<em><span> Romeo and Juliet</span></em>.&nbsp; They made traditional Elizabethan recipes including English trifles, shepherd's pie, honey cakes, and mincemeat pie.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p>Submitted by Christy English</p>
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<p>As schools begin to close, many families are left wondering how they will feed their children during the summer months. The Summer BreakSpot has locations in Walton County School District to provide free meals to kids under 18 all summer long.</p>
<p>Our two main Open sites will be Freeport Elementary &amp; Walton High School. No registration needed. Just show up and receive a free lunch and snack.</p>
<p>&nbsp;Lunchtimes are 10:30 am &ndash; 12:00 pm</p>
<p>Afternoon Snack 12:00pm &ndash; 1:30</p>
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<p>Submitted by Robert Martin, Food and Nutrition Program Administrator</p>District NewsThu, 24 May 2018 12:00:00 ESThttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/walton-high-school-congratulates-the-graduates-of-2018Walton High School Congratulates the Graduates of 2018!http://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/walton-high-school-congratulates-the-graduates-of-2018
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<p>You can view a short video clip of the graduation activities at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/WaltonHighSchool/videos/910980762412230/">https://www.facebook.com/WaltonHighSchool/videos/910980762412230/</a></p>
<p>Submitted by Christy English</p>District NewsThu, 24 May 2018 12:00:00 ESThttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/congratulations-to-the-freeport-high-school-graduates-of-2018Congratulations to the Freeport High School Graduates of 2018!http://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/congratulations-to-the-freeport-high-school-graduates-of-2018
Submitted by Patty WoodwardDistrict NewsWed, 23 May 2018 12:00:00 ESThttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/south-walton-high-school-congratulates-2018-graduatesSouth Walton High School Congratulates 2018 Graduates! http://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/south-walton-high-school-congratulates-2018-graduates
<p>Gracie Ricci and Logan Lawrence gave the commencement address at South Walton High School&rsquo;s graduation.</p>
<p>Submitted by Barbara Stratton</p>
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<p>Field day events at Butler Elementary were a huge success this year. Each grade level had their own special day to engage in some friendly competition and have a great time! Thanks to the Butler PE Department for your hard work planning and managing the fun!</p>
<p>Submitted by Tammy Smith</p>
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<p></p>District NewsWed, 23 May 2018 12:00:00 ESThttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/van-r-butler-end-of-the-year-kindergarten-programVan R Butler End of the Year Kindergarten Programhttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/van-r-butler-end-of-the-year-kindergarten-program
<p>What is cuter than a group of 200 kindergarten students performing for their most adoring fans? &nbsp;Nothing!!!&nbsp;</p>
<p>Submitted by Tammy Smith</p>
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<p>Walton Middle School Principal Jason Campbell and Assistant Principal Scott Hulion honored three outstanding eighth grade students for their exemplary work in middle school&mdash;all A&rsquo;s all three years.&nbsp; Students Noel Dahl, Billie Hall, and McCaid Paul were treated to lunch during the school day at a restaurant of their choice.&nbsp; The students chose Bogey&rsquo;s, taking full advantage of their delicious menu.&nbsp; WMS will surely miss these three hardworking students and wishes them the best in all their future endeavors.&nbsp; Submitted by Kristen Nelson.</p>District NewsTue, 22 May 2018 12:00:00 ESThttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/paxton-8th-graders-recreate-european-landmarksPaxton 8th Graders Recreate European Landmarkshttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/paxton-8th-graders-recreate-european-landmarks
<p><span>As 8th graders in Mrs. Watson's World Geography class review famous European landmarks, students had the opportunity to use their creative skills to create their own models of landmarks such as the Colosseum, Tower Bridge, Tower of Pisa, Stonehenge, etc.&nbsp;</span><span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span>Submitted by Kalli McMillan</span></p>
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<p><span>Some of Paxton's students enjoyed a nice day attending and participating in the local Special Olympics events. Way to go, Bobcats!</span><span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p><span>Submitted by Kalli McMillan</span></p>District NewsTue, 22 May 2018 12:00:00 ESThttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/wms-sixth-graders-use-science-knowledge-to-cook-s-moresWMS Sixth Graders Use Science Knowledge to Cook S'moreshttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/wms-sixth-graders-use-science-knowledge-to-cook-s-mores
<p>After studying heat transfer, conduction, convection, and radiation, Ms. Lisa Johnson's and Ms. Pam Rushing's sixth grade science students built and tested solar ovens.&nbsp; Students used pizza boxes, plastic wrap, and aluminum foil to construct ovens that use the sun's radiation to cook s'mores.&nbsp; The s'mores were cooked to perfection and students enjoyed seeing heat transfer in action.&nbsp; Submitted by Kristen Nelson.</p>
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<p><b>Call a Doctor&hellip; STAT!</b></p>
<p>Mrs. Meyer&rsquo;s kindergarten class had some sick words in their room that were missing vowels! Students became doctors and performed vowel surgery! Everyone did a great job saving their patients!&nbsp; Submitted by Nancy Currie.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>District NewsMon, 21 May 2018 12:00:00 ESThttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/paxton-grads-walk-the-hall-one-last-timePaxton's Class of 2018 Walk the Hall One Last Timehttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/paxton-grads-walk-the-hall-one-last-time
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<div class="allowTextSelection">Before the class of 2018 said their final goodbyes on Graduation night, they took their last walk through the Paxton halls with the entire Bobcat as a witness. The students were ble to interact with and say goodbye to all the teachers and students they had come across throughout their school career. Paxton School wishes the entire class of 2018 the best of luck!</div>
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</div>District NewsMon, 21 May 2018 12:00:00 ESThttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/mhs-welcomes-back-graduating-seniors-from-whsMHS Welcomes Back Graduating Seniors from WHShttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/mhs-welcomes-back-graduating-seniors-from-whs
<p><span>MHS was happy to welcome back former students who are graduating from WHS this year. Students lined the halls as the returning seniors walked through the school. We were so excited these students wanted to come "home" and show us what they have accomplished.</span></p>
<p><span>Submitted by Elizabeth Gaither</span></p>
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<p></p>District NewsMon, 21 May 2018 12:00:00 ESThttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/mrs-kathleen-redfern-recognized-by-the-air-force-associationMrs. Kathleen Redfern recognized by the Air Force Associationhttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/mrs-kathleen-redfern-recognized-by-the-air-force-association
Mrs. Kathleen Redfern from Mossy Head School was recognized by the Air Force Association, Hurlburt Chapter 398 as Elementary School Teacher of the Year and Hurlburt Chapter 398 Overall Teacher of the Year. Congratulations Mrs. Redfern!&nbsp; Submitted by Elizabeth Gaither.District NewsMon, 21 May 2018 12:00:00 ESThttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/paxton-s-hailey-myddelton-signs-with-university-of-west-floridaPaxton's Hailey Myddelton Signs with University of West Floridahttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/paxton-s-hailey-myddelton-signs-with-university-of-west-florida
<p><span>Last week, Paxton's Hailey Myddelton, officially signed with the University of West Florida with an athletic scholarship. Hailey will be running cross country for the Argos starting in Fall 2018. We are so proud of you, Hailey! Go Bobcats and go Argos!</span></p>
<p><span>Submitted by Kalli McMillan</span></p>
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<p>Walton High School's TV production class toured the WJHG studio in Panama City Beach on Thursday, May 18.&nbsp; Students learned what goes on behind the scenes and met many experienced staff members that detailed what goes into a professional news broadcast.&nbsp; They even got a chance to view part of their live 11:00 show.</p>
<p>Thank you to everyone at WJHG for making this an unforgettable experience for our students!&nbsp; &nbsp; Submitted by Christy English</p>
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<p><img src="http://www.walton.k12.fl.us/index.cfm?a=Files.Serve&amp;File_id=35903F3D-4828-4451-A4BA-88F1BEA4F9FE" width="226" height="169" />&nbsp; &nbsp; <img src="http://www.walton.k12.fl.us/index.cfm?a=Files.Serve&amp;File_id=D32CEACA-23E5-442F-8E86-F998D54DB743" width="226" height="169" /></p>District NewsFri, 18 May 2018 12:00:00 ESThttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/ecms-5th-grade-class-present-special-american-history-programECMS 5th Grade Class Present Special American History Program! http://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/ecms-5th-grade-class-present-special-american-history-program
<p><span>Ms. Britton's 5th grade Social Studies classes at Emerald Coast Middle School just finished this school year with a God Bless America project that culminated with a day of celebration.&nbsp; The students got to select a 'kernel' of America's history - a famous event, person, or place, complete research, and create a poster board representing that piece of America.&nbsp; They also presented their project to their classmates.&nbsp; Outside speakers were invited to share their love of America as well.&nbsp; Speakers included:&nbsp; Seaman Ballard - representing the United States Coast Guard, Ms. Jennifer Wickham and Ms. Daquiri Champion-representing the Daughters of the American Revolution, Col.(R) Michael Lamb and wife, Patti Lamb-representing 26 years of service in the Air Force in moral welfare and recreation, Specialist Bryce Whetzel - representing U.S. Army, and Mr. Stanley Peacock-attorney and counselor of law-representing Kiwanis club.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span><span>It was a day of tears and joy and laughter and fun.&nbsp; Speakers and students were in tears at times as we heard amazing stories of courage and dedication and pride of country.&nbsp; All students recited the Preamble to the Constitution, wrote with quill pens and ink, and were given a book with the Constitution,&nbsp; and Declaration of Independence to keep forever, compliments of the Daughters of the american Revolution,.</span> </span></p>
<p><span>A new club is starting at ECMS called the Patriot Club.&nbsp; It will meet every Monday starting with the next school year and will be about promoting love of country and encouraging students to be great citizens. We would love anyone interested to join us (grades 5-8). Parents may contact Nancy Britton, club sponsor.&nbsp; with suggestions and ideas at <a href="mailto:nancy.britton@walton.k12.fl.us">nancy.britton@walton.k12.fl.us</a> or call 850-737-1850.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p><span>Submitted by Nancy Britton</span></p>
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<p></p>District NewsFri, 18 May 2018 12:00:00 ESThttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/aspiring-student-writers-partner-withAspiring Student Authors Participate in Longleaf Writers Conferencehttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/aspiring-student-writers-partner-with
<p>The Longleaf Writers Conference, formally the Seaside Writers Conference, has been in existence for 5 years. With direct support from the Cultural Artist Alliance of Walton County, The Longleaf Writers Conference has utilized, &ldquo;Writers in the Classroom&rdquo; as a distinct means for student outreach. National and International writing scholars come to participate in the conference and during their time they also work directly with students.</p>
<p>During this 5 year outreach The Longleaf Writers Conference has worked with over 500 students; including the following schools: Seacoast Collegiate High School, Seaside Neighborhood School, South Walton High School, Freeport High School and Walton High School. Walton county students are able to work in with the scholars in small group workshop sessions learning about writing craft, learning new techniques of writing expression and creating original works.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>
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<p></p>District NewsFri, 18 May 2018 12:00:00 ESThttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/wde-kindergarteners-are-now-published-authorsWDE Kindergarteners Are Now Published Authorshttp://wde.walton.k12.fl.us/2018/5/wde-kindergarteners-are-now-published-authors
<p>The students in Mrs. Kristin Peak&rsquo;s Kindergarten class at WDE are now published authors! They learned about the entire publishing process through Studentreasures Publishing. They brainstormed ideas, edited their writings, and followed a writing checklist. They were even able to watch how their book was made online. They are proud authors! Submitted by Jessica Dawkins.</p>District NewsThu, 17 May 2018 12:00:00 EST